About The Free Press
The Free Press is one of the fastest-growing media organizations in the world, founded by Bari Weiss and built on the ideals that once defined great American journalism: honesty, doggedness, and fierce independence. We publish investigative reporting and provocative commentary about the world as it actually is—with the quality once expected from the legacy press, but with the fearlessness of the new.
Our mission is to illuminate overlooked and nuanced ideas, challenge conventional narratives, and bring clarity to complex issues—from tariffs and the role of Wall Street, to the debate of Bitcoin vs. gold, to the impact of AI on our daily lives.
We reach hundreds of thousands of highly engaged subscribers through our newsletter network and extend our impact with bundled offerings that include the podcast Honestly with Bari Weiss, live events, and original video content. As a rapidly growing digital media company, we are committed to building a thriving community of readers and listeners who value independent thinking and rigorous storytelling.
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial Newsletter and Integrated Media Advertising Account Executive to drive advertising revenue across our newsletter network primarily, but also bundled with podcasts and other content platforms and channels. This role combines new business development with account management, requiring someone who can build relationships, think strategically, and execute flawlessly in a fast-paced media environment.
This position requires a candidate with deep experience and an established network of current relationships that can be leveraged immediately to drive revenue growth.
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New Business Development- Identify and prospect potential advertising partners aligned with our highly engaged, educated audience
- Develop comprehensive media proposals showcasing our newsletter network and bundled advertising opportunities across podcasts and other channels
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline
- Attend industry events and conferences to generate new business opportunities
Account Management- Serve as primary point of contact for existing advertising clients
- Develop strategic, multi-platform advertising campaigns that deliver results
- Monitor campaign performance and provide detailed reporting and optimization recommendations in partnership with ad ops team
- Ensure client satisfaction and identify opportunities for account growth and renewal
Integrated Media Solutions:- Create custom advertising packages focusing on our newsletter network, with bundled opportunities across podcasts, live events, and digital content
- Collaborate with editorial & production teams to develop native advertising opportunities
- Coordinate with our events team on sponsorship opportunities for live debates and special programming
Key Performance Indicators- Revenue Targets: Achievement of quarterly and annual revenue goals
- New Business Development: Percentage of revenue from new client acquisition
- Client Retention Rate: Maintaining and growing existing advertiser relationships
- Pipeline Management: Consistent development of qualified prospect pipeline
- Campaign Performance: Advertiser satisfaction and campaign renewal rates
Qualifications - Required- 5+ years of deep experience in digital media sales, with strong focus on newsletter/subscription-based media
- Established network of current, relevant relationships with brands, agencies, and media buyers
- Proven track record of leveraging existing relationships to drive significant revenue
- Demonstrated ability to activate professional network for new business development
Qualifications - Preferred- Experience with Substack or similar newsletter platforms
- Background in podcast advertising sales
- Knowledge of the independent media landscape
- Experience with event sponsorships and integrated marketing campaigns
- Track record in political, news, or opinion media advertising
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$125,000 - $150,000 a year
What We Offer
Competitive base salary of $125-150K plus uncapped commission structure
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Opportunity to help build and scale a rapidly growing media company
Work alongside a team committed to independent, fearless journalism
Flexible work environment with offices in NYC, DC, plus hybrid/remote options
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Our Values
At The Free Press, we hold ourselves to a consistent set of values that guide our coverage, our behavior, and our treatment of others. We seek and report the truth. We tell it plainly when we uncover it, even when it's politically inconvenient. For others, curiosity has become a liability. At The Free Press, we believe an open mind is fundamental to doing good journalism.
EEO
The Free Press is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email tocareers@thefp.com.